NHTSA recall 15V-290 (15V290000)
tires recall reported May 18, 2015 - about 1,771 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 15V290000
- Also written as
- 15V-290
- Manufacturer number
- R17
- Reported
- May 18, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,771
- Component
- tires
What is being recalled
Chryser (FCA US LLC) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Ram 4500 and 5500 cab chassis trucks manufactured August 20, 2013, to January 27, 2015 and equipped with 6.4L Hemi engines. The affected vehicles have a maximum governed speed of 106 mph but are fitted with tires that are only rated for a maximum speed of 87 mph.
Why it is dangerous
If the vehicle exceeds the tires' maximum speed rating, the tires may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Chrysler has notified owners, and dealers will correct the electronic control unit software to limit the vehicle's speed to 87 mph, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2015. Owners may contact Chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. Chrysler's number for this recall is R17.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 15V-290 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.